Bilingual Hr Generalist

HR Generalist (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Location: Chicago Area
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday

About the Role

We are seeking a Bilingual HR Generalist (English/Spanish) to join our Human Resources team. This role provides administrative and operational support across a variety of HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations support, benefits administration, HRIS management, payroll/timekeeping support, and general HR administration.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, professional, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment supporting employees across warehouse, distribution, transportation, food production, and office operations.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Administration

• Provide daily administrative support to the HR Department.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and personnel files.
• Enter and update employee information within the HRIS system.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, spreadsheets, and special projects.
• Support broader HR initiatives while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Recruiting & Onboarding

• Assist with job postings, candidate communications, and interview scheduling.
• Prepare new hire paperwork and onboarding materials.
• Support new hire orientation and onboarding activities.
• Process and verify employee information in HR systems.
• Assist with employee separation and offboarding processes.

Employee Relations & Bilingual Support

• Provide English/Spanish translation and communication support.
• Assist with communicating HR policies, procedures, forms, and company notices.
• Provide translation support during meetings as needed.
• Schedule meetings and prepare supporting documentation.
• Escalate employee concerns and sensitive matters to HR leadership.
• Maintain professionalism, neutrality, and confidentiality when translating.

Payroll & Timekeeping

• Audit employee timecards for accuracy, including attendance, missed punches, overtime, and pay-related discrepancies.
• Communicate timekeeping issues to supervisors and managers for correction.
• Assist with payroll audits and payroll-related recordkeeping.

Benefits Administration

• Support benefit enrollments and employee benefit changes.
• Provide employees with benefit forms and general information.
• Maintain accurate benefits records and assist with audits.
• Refer complex benefit questions to the appropriate HR representative.

HRIS & Data Management

• Maintain employee data within HRIS systems.
• Run standard reports and assist with HR audits.
• Manage electronic HR documentation and records.
• Assist with data collection and additional HR projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Fluent in both English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to learn and utilize HRIS and timekeeping systems.
• Dependable, professional, and able to work effectively with employees at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Previous HR, administrative, or customer service experience.
• Experience with HRIS and timekeeping systems.
• Experience with UKG Pro and UKG Workforce Management (Dimensions).
• Experience in manufacturing, food production, distribution, transportation, or warehouse environments.
• Professional translation or interpretation experience.

Work Environment

This position operates in a fast-paced environment supporting office and operational teams. The role requires regular interaction with employees, supervisors, and management across multiple departments. Success in this position requires professionalism, flexibility, discretion, and strong communication skills.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, growing organization
• Opportunity to expand your HR career
• Collaborative team environment
• Exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources
• Meaningful interaction with a diverse workforce

Labor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.

Thank you!